The Canadian 1977 10 Cent coin, designed by Emanuel Hahn, featured a caribou, symbolizing Canadas natural heritage. Struck in nickel, the Canadian 1977 10 Cent coin was issued during a period of economic uncertainty, as Canada faced inflation and rising oil prices following the 1973 oil crisis.
Politically, the Canadian 1977 10 Cent coin marked the end of the Centennial era in Canadian coinage. Hahns design, which had been in circulation since 1937, represented national pride and continuity during a time of economic change. The nickel composition reflected both the country’s reliance on its mineral resources and a shift towards more affordable materials in coin production.